New Year's Day 2026 — Cayman Islands
About New Year's Day
New Year's Day is a public holiday in Cayman Islands, observed on January 1, 2026 (Thursday) in 2026. As an official public holiday, most government offices, banks, and schools are closed.
In 2026, New Year's Day falls on a Thursday, giving workers a day off during the workweek.
Key Facts
Date January 1, 2026
Day Thursday
Type Public
Countries 
Cayman Islands
Cayman Islands Status This holiday has passed
New Year's Day — Date by Year
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | January 1, 2024 | Monday |
| 2025 | January 1, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 2026 | January 1, 2026 | Thursday |
| 2027 | January 1, 2027 | Friday |
| 2028 | January 1, 2028 | Saturday |
| 2029 | January 1, 2029 | Monday |
| 2030 | January 1, 2030 | Tuesday |
Other Public Holidays in Cayman Islands (2026)
Monday, January 26, 2026 National Heroes Day Wednesday, February 18, 2026 Ash Wednesday Friday, April 3, 2026 Good Friday Monday, April 6, 2026 Easter Monday Monday, May 18, 2026 Discovery Day Monday, June 15, 2026 Queen's Birthday Thursday, July 2, 2026 Constitution Day Friday, December 25, 2026 Christmas Day Saturday, December 26, 2026 Boxing Day
Frequently Asked Questions
When is New Year's Day in 2026?
New Year's Day in Cayman Islands is on January 1, 2026 (Thursday).
Is New Year's Day a public holiday in Cayman Islands?
Yes, New Year's Day is an official public holiday. Most businesses, government offices, and schools are closed.
How many days until New Year's Day 2026?
New Year's Day 2026 was on January 1, 2026 and has already passed.